ferritin (cmia)
HematologyBlood sampleResults 24 hrsNo fasting
Ferritin (CMIA)
Measures ferritin, the protein that stores iron in your body. Helps assess your iron levels.
Sample
Blood
Results
24 hrs
Fasting
Not required
Follow-up
Optional add-on
What this test detects
Ferritin
CMIA · serum
Quantitative · ng/mL
When to get this test
Iron deficiency
Low ferritin is one of the earliest signs of low iron stores and iron-deficiency anemia.
Iron overload
High ferritin may point to too much iron in the body or to inflammation.
Anemia work-up
Often ordered together with a CBC to help find the cause of anemia.
How to prepare
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No special preparation needed.
Common questions
What does ferritin tell me?
Ferritin reflects how much iron your body has stored, which helps explain symptoms like fatigue or pale skin.
Can iron supplements affect the result?
Recent iron intake can influence levels, so mention any supplements to the doctor who ordered the test.